With its expressive face, collar of feathers, and black and grey tones, there's no denying that the harpy eagle (Harpia harpyja) is a striking creature. But if its distinct appearance isn't impressive enough, its height and wingspan certainly are.
Getting a glimpse at hummingbirds can be hard.
World War II saw technological and scientific advancements, like penicillin or the radar, that we still use today.
Now in its 15th year, the Audubon Photography Awards is celebrating the magic of bird photography. Run by the National Audubon Society, the competition is open to professional and amateur photographers of all ages. This year, Mathew Malwitz came away with the top prize for his delightful portrait of two Blackburnian warblers facing each other in a wonderful symmetrical pose. Last year's grand prize winner, Liron Gertsman, was once again celebrated this year.
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman! No.
Crows are incredibly intelligent animals.
Cats and birds are pretty much natural enemies, and it's not difficult to figure out why. However, one cat owner in the UK, affectionately known as CatDad, has made it his mission to begin mending the divide between the two species. In a heartwarming video, he demonstrates how he repurposes shed cat hair. Rather than throwing it away, CatDad carries it outside (while holding Teddie, one of the two cats it came from)
Starling murmurations are one of the most mind-blowing phenomena of the animal kingdom.
Baby penguins are born into the hostile conditions of Antarctica.
Most parrots can survive anywhere from 40 to 60 years in captivity, making them near-lifelong companions. However, some species can live even longer than that. Koko, a bright Amazon Parrot with an even brighter personality, is one of these birds.
Nature has provided us with some unusual friendships, but arguably none as cute as Russell the crow and a 2-year-old...
Sir David Attenborough has inspired many generations to learn about the world around them and pursue a nature-related career.
